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Virginia Welfare Trends

James A. Bacon

I came across some interesting data on the Virginia Department of Social Services website showing the number of Virginians receiving social welfare benefits. I offer the data without commentary. — JAB

Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF)
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly known as food stamps.
Medicaid
Children’s Health Insurance Program (CHIP)
Energy Assistance — heating and cooling
Energy Assistance — crisis
Hospitalization claims
General relief
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